Tetrakis(μ-3-methoxybenzoato-κ2O1:O1′)bis[acetonitrilecopper(II)] [Cu2(C8H7O3)4(C2H3N)2]
2011
Structure of a Binuclear Copper(II) Complex
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Kar Sanjib, Garai Antara, Bala Sukhen, Purohit Chandra Shekhar
Primary Institution: National Institute of Science Education and Research
Hypothesis
The study investigates the structure and properties of a binuclear copper(II) complex bridged by four benzoic acid groups.
Conclusion
The title compound exhibits a paddle-wheel-type structure with a square-pyramidal arrangement around each copper ion.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound has a paddle-wheel-type structure with a Cu—Cu distance of 2.6433 Å.
- Each copper ion is coordinated by four oxygen atoms and one nitrogen atom.
- The study highlights the importance of the apical ligand in magnetic interactions.
Takeaway
Scientists created a special copper compound that has a unique shape, which could help in making new materials.
Methodology
The compound was synthesized by mixing copper(II) acetate with 3-methoxybenzoic acid in a solvent mixture, followed by recrystallization.
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